Come for a career and stay for a lifestyle!

We are building for the future — and there’s never been a better time to join the City. Driven by the Council Plan 2025–2035 and the priorities of our community, we are growing our team and creating new roles that will help us deliver meaningful, lasting impact. If you are looking for more than just your next role, this is your opportunity to be part of an organisation with purpose, energy and ambition, and to do work that truly matters to the community we serve.

Join our Facilities Maintenance team and play a key role in maintaining and improving community buildings, infrastructure, and assets.

What You’ll Do

- Maintain, repair and improve City buildings, facilities and assets.
- Carry out building maintenance repairs and renewals across a range of buildings including, toilet blocks, multi-story office building, and public facilities.
- Coordinate contractors and assist with the delivery of small maintenance projects.
- Support preventative maintenance programs to ensure facilities remain secure, functional and well-presented.
- Manage work orders and respond to maintenance requests across the organisation.

No day is ever the same, every day will present a new problem to solve. Maintaining, Moving, Replacing. Keeping our growing city operating on a daily basis.





Please note: This role does not undertake electrical or potable plumbing works. These works are contracted out as required.

What You’ll Bring

- Trade qualification in Carpentry (or relevant trade) desirable
- Strong practical skills across general building maintenance, repairs, and equipment use
- Ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively in a team environment
- Solid problem-solving skills with the ability to prioritise and manage competing tasks
- Good computer skills and experience using work order or asset management systems
- Current White Card and C-Class Driver’s Licence (additional tickets like EWP, Forklift, Working at Heights are desirable)

Why Join Us?

- 6 weeks annual leave and 13% superannuation
- Allowances up to $26,188 available for employees residing in Karratha
- Free Karratha Leisureplex or Wickham Recreation Precinct membership, and a salary sacrificing option (up to $500 per annum) for specific programs or family members
- Up to $3,000 per year for approved study assistance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential wellbeing support

For enquiries about this position, please contact our People & Culture team on (08) •••• •543.

📌 Facility Maintenance Officer (Port Hedland)
🏢 City of Karratha
📍 Port Hedland